2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 424 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Panda | Niva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
