1956 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 100 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | DS | Niva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
