1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 700 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 600. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 600 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 Weight | 585 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
