2003 Lada Niva vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 200 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Skoda 1200. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
