1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 35 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 1900 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| 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 | 52 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
