1958 Austin A135 vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1992 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A135 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
