1995 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 16 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 81 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Fit. 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, 2011 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Lada | Honda |
| Model | Niva | Fit |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
