1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1602 (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 270 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 BMW 1602. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 1602 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |
