1981 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 108 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lada Niva | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Lada | Fiat |
Model | Niva | Panda |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |