1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lada Niva (133 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2003 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | GT 40 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 42 L |
