1983 Lada Niva vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada Niva | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | Niva | 124 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1917 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |