1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Alfasud | Niva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 21 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
