1948 Allard K1 vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Allard K1 (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Allard K1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 83 kg more than 1948 Allard K1.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Allard K1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1948 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard K1 | 1990 Lada Niva | |
Make | Allard | Lada |
Model | K1 | Niva |
Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 43 L |