1961 Austin 7 vs. 1994 Lada Niva
To start off, 1994 Lada Niva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,450 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lada Niva weights approximately 540 kg more than 1961 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, 1994 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1994 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | 7 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1450 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 |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1150 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 | 72 L | 43 L |
