1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 380 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 127 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |
