2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 112 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1993 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Punto | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |
