1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 649 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1969 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 1300 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
