2005 Lada Niva vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Lada | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Niva | 164 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
