1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 238 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 40 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |
