1973 Innocenti Mini vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 585 kg more than 1973 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Innocenti Mini. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Innocenti Mini | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lada |
| Model | Mini | Niva |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1285 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 |
