1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 2006 Lada Niva | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | A 90 | Niva |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |