2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Fiat Stilo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Stilo | Niva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
