1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 256 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Regata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Fiat Regata (128 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Regata | Niva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
