1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 52 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1991 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Tempra | Niva |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |