2003 Lada Niva vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa 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 1 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 598 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Lada | Lotus |
| Model | Niva | Europa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
