1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | Alfasud | Niva |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |