1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 465 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Giulietta | Niva |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |