1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 400 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 42 L |
