1983 Lada Niva vs. 1966 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 311 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 26 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 311. (50 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 180 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada Niva | 1966 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Lada | Wartburg |
Model | Niva | 311 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |