1958 Holden FE vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 1982 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Holden FE | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | FE | Niva |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
