1999 Lada Niva vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Niva | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
| Model | Niva | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 36 L |
