1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 655 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1990 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | 2CV | Niva |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 25 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 43 L |