1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lada 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 145 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
