1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Niva weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1987 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 145 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |
