1974 Lada Riva vs. 1968 Simca 1100
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 107 kg more than 1968 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lada Riva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Lada Riva (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1968 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | Riva | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
