1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 395 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2006 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Sprint | Niva |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |