2000 Lada Niva vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 670 kg more than 1963 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Steyr 700C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Niva | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Lada | Steyr |
| Model | Niva | 700C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1950 mm |
