1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 250 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 1300 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
