1982 Lada Niva vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1982 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lada Niva weights approximately 215 kg more than 1956 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Skoda 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lada Niva | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | 440 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
