1995 Lada Niva vs. 1976 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1300 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 20 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1300.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Zastava 1300. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1976 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Lada | Zastava |
| Model | Niva | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
