1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 627 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 2002 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 750 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 42 L |
