1974 Mini Clubman vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1974 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 601 kg more than 1974 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mini Clubman | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Mini | Lada |
| Model | Clubman | Niva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |
