1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 31 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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, 2002 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 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 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 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 130 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
