1988 Lada Niva vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 420 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. 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 1963 Simca 1000. 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 (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | Niva | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 36 L |
