2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 156 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 137 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 | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
