1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 242 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1997 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Junior | Niva |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1212 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 |