1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 422 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | GTA | Niva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1212 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 | 42 L |
