1973 Fiat 125 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Fiat 125.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 125. 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, 1973 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 125 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 125 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
