2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Punto. 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Punto | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |