1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 215 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2004 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 130 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
