1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1975 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | 1800 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
