1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2007 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 605 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 30 | 2007 Lada Niva | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | A 30 | Niva |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |