2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, both 2000 Alpina B 12 and 2000 Lada Niva were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 12 | 2000 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alpina | Lada |
Model | B 12 | Niva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 133 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |