1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Tipo | Niva |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |