1957 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1957 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | 15 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 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 | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1285 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 |
