1998 Lada Niva vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Lada | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Niva | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 71 L |
