2003 Lada 111 vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2003 Lada 111 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Lada 111. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2003 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 111, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 111 | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Lada | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 111 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 71 L |
