1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | A 90 | Niva |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |