1982 Lada Niva vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1982 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lada Niva weights approximately 184 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
