1983 Lada Niva vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia Stratos (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1971 Lancia Stratos (155 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 1971 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lada Niva | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2170 mm |
