2009 Lada Niva vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1952 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1952 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 275 kg more than 1952 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Skoda 1200. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
