1957 Ford 17M vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Ford 17M (129 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 1957 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | 17M | Niva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
