1988 Lada Niva vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lada Niva (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Beta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
