1955 Ford Anglia vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 470 kg more than 1955 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Anglia | 2001 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Anglia | Niva |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1210 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 |