1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 470 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | 2CV | Niva |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 43 L |
