1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2004 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
