2008 Lada Niva vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 710 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. 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 1967 Seat 600. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 1967 Seat 600 | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | Niva | 600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2010 mm |