2005 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Lada | Fiat |
Model | Niva | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |