1990 Lada Niva vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Seat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Seat 131.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Seat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1976 Seat 131 (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Seat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Niva | 131 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
