1960 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 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 38 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 415 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1100. 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 Fiat 1100. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 1100 | Niva |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1087 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |