1966 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 176 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1966 Citroen DS (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | DS | Niva |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
