1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 22 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 238 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (130 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Regata | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Regata | Niva |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |