1995 Lada Niva vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Lada | Morgan |
| Model | Niva | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1774 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
