2002 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 53 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Niva | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Lada | Fiat |
| Model | Niva | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
