1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat Dino. 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, 1969 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Dino | Niva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
