2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 304 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Spider | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
