2012 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,910 cc, 1996 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Siena. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Siena weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Fiat Siena (200 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lada Niva | 1996 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Lada | Fiat |
| Model | Niva | Siena |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1910 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1300 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
