1988 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Idea is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Idea. 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, 2010 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2010 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Lada | Fiat |
| Model | Niva | Idea |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
