1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 184 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. 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, 1990 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 40 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
