1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | 2CV | Niva |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| 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 Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 45 L |
