1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 528 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 40 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| 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 | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1290 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 | 45 L |
