1996 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 94 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Niva | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Lada | Honda |
| Model | Niva | Fit |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
