1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 1985 Lada 2104 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada 2104 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1985 Lada 2104 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 1985 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Alfasud | 2104 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |