2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2000 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 147 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
