1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 6 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 2008 Lada Niva | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | A 70 | Niva |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |