1972 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 640 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 500 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | 500 | Niva |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 43 L |