1991 Lada Niva vs. 1967 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Skoda 1202. (42 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Skoda 1202. 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, 1991 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 1967 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
