1993 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva 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 41 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 552 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. 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 2012 Tata Nano. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | Niva | Nano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
