1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 380 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 600 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 600 | Niva |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |