1997 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 257 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Niva | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | Niva | Arosa |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |