1995 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,774 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Niva | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1774 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
