1986 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 22 kg more than 1986 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Niva | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Niva | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
