2005 Lada Niva vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Niva | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
