1992 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Niva | 1968 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 48 L |
