2001 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 285 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Vauxhall Viva. 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, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
| Model | Niva | Viva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
