1967 Audi Variant vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 142 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | Variant | Niva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
