1981 Lada Niva vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 297 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lada Niva | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Niva | 356 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |