1970 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Spider | Niva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |
