2007 Lada Niva vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 350 kg more than 1956 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Skoda 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lada Niva | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | 440 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
