1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 655 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Giulia | Niva |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
