2003 Mazda Spiano vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Spiano. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Spiano | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Mazda | Lada |
| Model | Spiano | Niva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
