1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1986 Lada Niva
To start off, both 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 and 1986 Lada Niva were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 75 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 has automatic transmission and 1986 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1986 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1986 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | 75 | Niva |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |