2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 156 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
