1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 35 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 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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, 1996 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 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 2300 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
