1988 Lada Niva vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 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 22 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Simca 1100. 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 1975 Simca 1100. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | Niva | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
