1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 695 kg more than 1970 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Dyane | Niva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
