1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 167 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lada |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Niva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
