1975 Fiat 127 vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 1980 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada Niva weights approximately 445 kg more than 1975 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 127 | 1980 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 127 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 43 L |
