2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Skoda | Lada |
| Model | Fabia | Niva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
