1988 Lada Niva vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 60 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
