1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 33 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
