1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 35 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 84 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Spider | Niva |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1210 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 | 42 L |