1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 640 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 700 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |
