2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 169 kg more than 2002 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Spider | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
