2006 Lada Niva vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 ZAZ 966 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 54 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 545 kg more than 1968 ZAZ 966. 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 1968 ZAZ 966. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Lada | ZAZ |
| Model | Niva | 966 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2170 mm |
