2001 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lada | Smart |
| Model | Niva | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 33 L |
