1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 145 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
