1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 33 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
