1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada Niva weights approximately 600 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1985 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alpine | Lada |
| Model | A 106 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 43 L |
