1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen ID 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen ID 19 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen ID 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Citroen ID 19. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen ID 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen ID 19 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen ID 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, both vehicles can yield 133 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen ID 19 | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | ID 19 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1210 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 | 64 L | 42 L |
