1971 Citroen GS vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS. 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 1971 Citroen GS. 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, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | GS | Niva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
