1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 567 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1992 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Niva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
