1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (63 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 118 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1968 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 60 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
