2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1994 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Niva weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Stilo (114 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1994 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Stilo | Niva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |
