1959 Berkeley B vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Berkeley | Lada |
Model | B | Niva |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 42 L |