1988 Lada Niva vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 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 6 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lada Niva (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | Niva | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
