1953 Alvis TC vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alvis TC (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 223 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Alvis TC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1953 Alvis TC (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alvis | Lada |
| Model | TC | Niva |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
