1971 Fiat Dino vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat Dino weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Dino | Niva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
