1990 Lada Niva vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Isis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1957 Morris Isis (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lada Niva | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | Niva | Isis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1451 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
