1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1994 Lada Niva
To start off, 1994 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Niva weights approximately 505 kg more than 1991 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat 126 | 1994 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 126 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
