1981 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Lada 110
To start off, 1998 Lada 110 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 110 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lada 110, 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Lada 110 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Spider | 110 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |