2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 10 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 60 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 2005 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | GT | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |