2006 Lada Niva vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 705 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
