1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 655 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Abarth | Lada |
| Model | 600 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |
