2001 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 44 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lada Riva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | Riva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
