1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 500 | Niva |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 42 L |