1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 8 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 1,928 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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, 1998 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 (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1998 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Tempra | Niva |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1928 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |