2001 Lada Niva vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 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 30 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. 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 1996 Peugeot 106. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 106 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
