2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Lada 21
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Lada 21 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Lada 21.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Lada 21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Spider | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
