1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Punto | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
