1950 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 245 kg more than 1950 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Consul | 2008 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Consul | Niva |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1506 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |