1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 320 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1991 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 600 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
