1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2009 Lada Niva

To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 50 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 605 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.

Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 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 2009 Lada Niva
Make Abarth Lada
Model 1000 Niva
Year Released 1959 2009
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 998 cc 1690 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 88 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 97 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 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 680 kg 1285 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 45 L


 

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