1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 1993 Lada Niva is newer by 10 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), 1993 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 377 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 1993 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, 1993 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, 1993 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Uno | Niva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1152 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 | 50 L | 43 L |
