1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 90 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| 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 | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1359 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 |
