1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 20 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), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 365 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 2010 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, 2010 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 Uno (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Uno | Niva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 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 |
