1972 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 532 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1999 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Civic | Niva |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |