1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Fiat Duna (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Duna | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Duna | Niva |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |