1990 Lada Niva vs. 1961 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 76 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1961 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Niva | 1961 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Niva | Flavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |