2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 215 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1990 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | GT | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |