1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Navajo | Niva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
