1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Mirafiori | Niva |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |
