1998 Fiat Brava vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Fiat Brava is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1998 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Brava | 1988 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Brava | Niva |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |