1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1978 Lada 1200
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (94 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1200 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1978 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 1978 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1978 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 33 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 39 L |
