2001 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 350 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | Niva | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |
