1997 Lada Niva vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 482 kg more than 1961 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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | Niva | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 36 L |
