1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 490 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Coupe | Niva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |
