1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 235 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 2009 Lada Niva | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | A 40 | Niva |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |