2003 Lada Niva vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
