1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 105 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Marea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 1992 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Marea | Niva |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |