2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 393 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1993 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Palio II | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
