1987 Lada 2104 vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2104 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1987 Lada 2104 (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2104 | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Lada | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2104 | 33 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
