1972 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 34 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), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 610 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | Niva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| 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 | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1285 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 |
