1991 Lada Niva vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Tatra T600 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Tatra T600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1952 Tatra T600 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Tatra T600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Lada | Tatra |
| Model | Niva | T600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1952 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
