1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada Niva weights approximately 420 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 110 | 1985 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alpine | Lada |
Model | A 110 | Niva |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |