1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 615 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 600 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
