1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 610 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 1991 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 500 | Niva |
Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 43 L |