1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Citroen 15 | 2002 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | 15 | Niva |
Year Released | 1942 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |