1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 480 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 1997 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 850 | Niva |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 732 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |