2001 Lada Niva vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica 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 50 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 628 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. 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 Toyota Publica. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Niva | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | Publica |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |