2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1978 Lada 1600

To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 25 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 470 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 1978 Lada 1600
Make Alfa Romeo Lada
Model 8C Competizione 1600
Year Released 2003 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4242 cc 1568 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 78 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.8 mm 80 mm
Top Speed 300 km/hour 140 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 39 L


 

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