1957 AC Aceca vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 316 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1957 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | AC | Lada |
| Model | Aceca | Niva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
