1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1980 Lada 1200
To start off, 1980 Lada 1200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 1200 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1980 Lada 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1980 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Alfasud | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 39 L |
