2010 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lada Niva | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Lada | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Niva | 146 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
