1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1986 Lada Niva
To start off, 1986 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Niva weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1986 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 128 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2210 mm |
