1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 95 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 922 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 2006 Lada Niva | |
Make | Berkeley | Lada |
Model | B 95 | Niva |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |