1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 850 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |
