1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 548 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Anglia | Niva |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |