1974 Lada Riva vs. 1966 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 407 kg more than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lada Riva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Morris Mini Moke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Lada Riva (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1966 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | Riva | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2040 mm |
