1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (63 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 315 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 1200 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 43 L |
