1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 34 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 34 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 215 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Mirafiori | Niva |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 137 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 | 1285 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 | 45 L |