1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 184 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1990 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 124 | Niva |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |