1957 Holden FE vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 232 kg more than 1957 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Holden FE | 2002 Lada Niva | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | FE | Niva |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |