1983 Lada Niva vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 400 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada Niva | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Sports |
Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 860 cc |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2160 mm |