1990 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2008 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
