1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1994 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 1 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Niva weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Brava. 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Brava | 1994 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Brava | Niva |
Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1450 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |