1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1996 Lada Samara
To start off, 1996 Lada Samara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1996 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 33 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
