1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 1984 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lada Niva weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Alfasud | Niva |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |