1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 241 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Brava | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Brava | Niva |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1285 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |