1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 315 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 127 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
