1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | A 70 | Niva |
Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 42 L |