rahvalikel

Rahvalikel, also known as the People's Car, was a series of small, affordable cars produced in the Soviet Union from 1956 to 1991. The name "rahvalikel" translates to "people's car" in Estonian, reflecting the vehicle's role in providing accessible transportation for the general public. The first model, the Rahva, was introduced in 1956 and was based on the French Citroën 2CV. It featured a rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout, which was a departure from the typical front-engine, front-wheel-drive design of the time. The Rahva was praised for its simplicity, reliability, and affordability, making it a popular choice for both urban and rural use. Over the years, several variants and successors were produced, including the Rahva II, Rahva III, and the Rahva 4x4. Despite the end of the Soviet Union, the Rahva and its variants continued to be produced in Estonia until 1991, with some models remaining in production until 2002. Today, the Rahva is considered a classic vehicle, appreciated for its unique design and historical significance.