1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 36 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1995 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, 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, 1995 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | 2CV | Niva |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 42 L |