1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada Niva weights approximately 344 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 1985 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Uno | Niva |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |