1988 Lada Niva vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 210 kg more than 1954 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lada Niva (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 203 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
