1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1980 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 145 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 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 | 61 L | 43 L |
