1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 840 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Abarth | Lada |
Model | 500 | Niva |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 115 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 | 445 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |