1980 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Lada Niva is newer by 12 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada Niva weights approximately 200 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 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada Niva | 1968 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | Niva | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
