1960 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 74 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | DS | Niva |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 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 | 42 L |
