1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 104 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (118 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | GT 40 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 43 L |
