1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1985 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 130 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1150 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
