1994 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Strada. 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, 2012 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Niva | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Lada | Fiat |
| Model | Niva | Strada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
