1981 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada Niva weights approximately 112 kg more than 2012 Audi A1.
Because 1981 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A1. 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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada Niva | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | Niva | A1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |
