1990 Lada Niva vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Lada Niva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Niva weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. 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 1974 Subaru Leone. 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, 1990 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lada Niva | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Niva | Leone |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1451 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |