1982 Lada Niva vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Lada | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Niva | 164 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
