2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1984 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lada Niva weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1984 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Palio | Niva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |
