1981 Lada Niva vs. 1973 Simca 1100
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 272 kg more than 1973 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 1973 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | Niva | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
