1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 70 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lada |
| Model | 100 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
