1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 385 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lada Niva (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 1100 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
