1976 Seat 127 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 580 kg more than 1976 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 127 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Seat | Lada |
| Model | 127 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1285 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 | 55 L | 45 L |
