1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 172 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 1750 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |
