1958 AC Ace vs. 1993 Lada Niva
To start off, 1993 Lada Niva is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Niva weights approximately 256 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1993 Lada Niva | |
Make | AC | Lada |
Model | Ace | Niva |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |