1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. 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 1973 Austin Allegro. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Allegro | Niva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
