2001 Lada Niva vs. 1966 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1966 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
