1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | 145 | Niva |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1210 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 |