1971 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Campagnola (128 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1971 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Campagnola | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Campagnola | Niva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
