1995 Fiat Punto vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 310 kg more than 1995 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Punto | 1991 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Punto | Niva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
