2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Siena | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
