1963 Innocenti 950 vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 480 kg more than 1963 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Innocenti 950. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Innocenti 950 | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lada |
| Model | 950 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2210 mm |
