2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 1998 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | GT | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |