1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1995 Lada Niva were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 194 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 GTV (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | GTV | Niva |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |