1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1989 Lada 2104
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2104 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (129 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1989 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 33 | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 94 Nm |
| 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
