1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Lada |
| Model | Aero-Willys 2600 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
