2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1996 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Grande Punto | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |