1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1992 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | GTA | Niva |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |