2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Strada | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
