1997 Fiat Coupe vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Fiat Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1997 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Coupe | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Coupe | Niva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
