1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 285 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Giulia (190 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Giulia | Niva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
