1985 Lada Niva vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada Niva weights approximately 150 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Lada | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Niva | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1951 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
