2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 2003 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Punto | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 137 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 | 1150 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |