1995 Lada Niva vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 350 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lada Niva (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Lada | Simca |
Model | Niva | 1000 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |