2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lada |
| Model | 360 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3585 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
