1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 595 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Niva |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
