1982 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 575 kg more than 1982 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 127 | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 127 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
