1960 Austin 7 vs. 1981 Lada Niva
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 542 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Lada Niva (110 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1981 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1981 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | 7 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 43 L |
