1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Alfetta | Niva |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |
