1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Abarth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Abarth (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Abarth should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 145 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Abarth. 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, 1982 Fiat Abarth (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Abarth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Abarth | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Abarth | Niva |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 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 |