2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Seicento | 2008 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Seicento | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |