1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 1993 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 482 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1993 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 1300 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 43 L |
