1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 452 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 40 | 1997 Lada Niva | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | A 40 | Niva |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 42 L |