2001 Lada Niva vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 560 kg more than 1966 NSU 1000. 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 NSU 1000. 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, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Lada | NSU |
| Model | Niva | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 71 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 | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |
