2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 1998 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Panda | Niva |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |