1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1992 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | GT | Niva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |
