1986 Fiat Uno vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 1993 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 267 kg more than 1986 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 1986 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Uno. (101 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Uno | 1993 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Uno | Niva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 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 |
