1992 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 450 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Niva | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
