2008 Lada Niva vs. 1965 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 95 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 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, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 1965 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
