1986 Lada Riva vs. 1973 Mini MK III
To start off, 1986 Lada Riva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mini MK III would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada Riva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Riva weights approximately 448 kg more than 1973 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lada Riva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Mini MK III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Lada Riva (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lada Riva | 1973 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Lada | Mini |
| Model | Riva | MK III |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2040 mm |
