1995 Lada Niva vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 410 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 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 (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 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 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1966 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | Niva | Minor |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
