2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1985 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 633 kg more than 1985 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 1985 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Siena | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1150 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 |