1993 Lada Niva vs. 1978 Seat 133
To start off, 1993 Lada Niva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 133 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 462 kg more than 1978 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Seat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 1978 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Niva | 133 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2030 mm |
