1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 110 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada Niva 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 1900 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
