2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 79 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2004 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Punto | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
