2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1983 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Panda | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |