1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 210 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1990 Lada Niva | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
Model | DB3 | Niva |
Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |