2009 Lada Niva vs. 1966 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda 1202 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 37 more horse power than 1966 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 180 kg more than 1966 Skoda 1202. 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 1966 Skoda 1202. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1966 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
