1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 167 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2004 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 1500 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
