1997 Lada Niva vs. 1965 Subaru 360
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Subaru 360 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 59 more horse power than 1965 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1965 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 797 kg more than 1965 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Subaru 360. (36 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lada Niva | 1965 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Niva | 360 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
