1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1997 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1997 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 130 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
