1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 99 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
