2002 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2002 Lada Niva were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 243 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 GTV (385 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | GTV | Niva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1212 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
