2004 Honda Fit vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Fit | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |