1991 Lada Niva vs. 1957 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Niva weights approximately 90 kg more than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1991 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Niva | 1957 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
