1976 Innocenti Mini vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1976 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 565 kg more than 1976 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Innocenti Mini. 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, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Innocenti Mini | 2009 Lada Niva | |
Make | Innocenti | Lada |
Model | Mini | Niva |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |