1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 550 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lada |
| Model | Mini | Niva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
