1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 1980 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1980 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 2300 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
