1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1989 Lada Samara
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 465 kg more than 1989 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1989 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Spider | Samara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
