2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2000 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | GT | Samara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
