1995 Lada Niva vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Peugeot 204. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 204 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
