1948 Austin 16 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 5 kg more than 1948 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | 16 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
