2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 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 1,774 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Panda | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |