1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | F355 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 43 L |
