2001 Lada Niva vs. 1992 Lancia Hyena
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Hyena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Hyena would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Hyena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Hyena (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 62 kg more than 1992 Lancia Hyena.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Lancia Hyena (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Hyena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1992 Lancia Hyena | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Hyena |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1148 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
