1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1983 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Junior | Niva |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |