1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1991 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 1000 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
