2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Barchetta | 2003 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Barchetta | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |