1981 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 42 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2012 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lada Niva | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | Niva | Altea |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |