1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 290 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 2006 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Corsair | Niva |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 145 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 | 995 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |