1952 Austin Princess vs. 1994 Lada Niva
To start off, 1994 Lada Niva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 806 kg more than 1994 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Princess (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 1994 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Princess | Niva |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
