1958 Bristol 405 vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 43 kg more than 1958 Bristol 405.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Bristol 405. 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, 1958 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 405 | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Bristol | Lada |
| Model | 405 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
