1988 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1200S. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | Niva | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
