2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 14 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Spider | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
