1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 131 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
