1967 Fiat Dino vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 32 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Dino | Niva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
