1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 76 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Giulia | Niva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |
