1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Giulietta | Niva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 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 | 1140 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
