1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 110 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. 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 1964 Austin A 110. 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, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 110 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| 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 | 120 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 | 1604 kg | 1285 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 | 72 L | 45 L |
