1995 Lada Niva vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 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) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Talbot 1510. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Lada | Talbot |
| Model | Niva | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
