1959 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | DS | Niva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
