1981 Lada Niva vs. 1964 Rover P6
To start off, 1981 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P6 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1981 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Rover P6. 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, 1964 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lada Niva | 1964 Rover P6 | |
Make | Lada | Rover |
Model | Niva | P6 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |