2001 Lada Niva vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 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 18 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | Niva | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
