1995 Lada Niva vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rover P4. 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 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Lada | Rover |
Model | Niva | P4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1774 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |