1995 Lada Niva vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,774 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Morris Minor. 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, 1995 Lada Niva (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | Niva | Minor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1774 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
