1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2001 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | 146 | Niva |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |