1987 Lada Niva vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1987 Lada Niva is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Niva weights approximately 650 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Steyr 650T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Niva | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Lada | Steyr |
| Model | Niva | 650T |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1850 mm |
