1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Eagle | Niva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
