1996 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Lada | Triumph |
Model | Niva | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |