1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 99 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 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 |
