2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 8 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 2,398 cc, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Brera | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1689 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
