1972 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 395 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS. 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 1972 Citroen GS. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen GS | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | GS | Niva |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
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 | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 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 | 890 kg | 1285 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 | 45 L |