1985 Lada Niva vs. 1967 Mini MK II
To start off, 1985 Lada Niva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini MK II would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Mini MK II. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada Niva weights approximately 500 kg more than 1967 Mini MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mini MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini MK II. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada Niva | 1967 Mini MK II | |
| Make | Lada | Mini |
| Model | Niva | MK II |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
