1947 Austin 16 vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | 16 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
