2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 277 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 1997 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Panda | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
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 | 69 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |