1952 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 57 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 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 895 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Princess | Niva |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2210 mm |
