1957 Ford Popular vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 1987 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Niva weights approximately 412 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 1987 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Popular | Niva |
Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2210 mm |