1995 Lada Niva vs. 1971 Mini MK III
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mini MK III 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 45 more horse power than 1971 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 Mini MK III. 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 1971 Mini MK III. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1971 Mini MK III | |
Make | Lada | Mini |
Model | Niva | MK III |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |