1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 4 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 1,717 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lada Niva weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 33 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
