1996 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Panda | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Panda | Niva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
