1966 Fiat OT vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 455 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat OT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1966 Fiat OT (134 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | OT | Niva |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |
