1964 Fiat 850 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 615 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 850 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 850 | Niva |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 137 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 | 670 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |