1964 Fiat 1300 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 325 kg more than 1964 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 1300 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 1300 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1285 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 | 37 L | 45 L |
