2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lada Niva (76 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 147 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C3 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
