1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1968 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 125 | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 125 | Niva |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |