1999 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Lancia Delta.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1999 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Delta | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Lancia | Lada |
| Model | Delta | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
