1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2006 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 1500 | Niva |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 129 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |