1995 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C3. 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Lada | Citroen |
| Model | Niva | C3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
