1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
| Model | DB4 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 42 L |
