1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Alfasud | Niva |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |