1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1955 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 90 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| 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 | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1212 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 |
