1993 Lada Niva vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1993 Lada Niva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 142 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
