2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | GT | Niva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
