2005 Fiat Siena vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Fiat Siena is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Siena (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Siena | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Siena | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
