1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Spider | Niva |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |