1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 102 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Giulia | Niva |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |
