1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 455 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Uno | Niva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
