1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 1988 Lada 2104 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2104 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Alfasud | 2104 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 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 |