1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 1980 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada Niva weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1972 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1980 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alpine | Lada |
| Model | A 310 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
