2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Panda | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| 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 | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
