1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 76 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Niva weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1987 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Uno | Niva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
