1957 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 493 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Minor | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Morris | Lada |
Model | Minor | Niva |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2210 mm |