1954 Ford Anglia vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 1980 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada Niva weights approximately 410 kg more than 1954 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1980 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Anglia | 1980 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Anglia | Niva |
Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2210 mm |