1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 27 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1953 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 2002 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 1400 | Niva |
Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |