2008 Lada Niva vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 229 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
