1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 385 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1992 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1992 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Prefect | Niva |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |