1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 75 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
