1998 Lada Niva vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 210 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Niva | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Lada | Morris |
Model | Niva | Oxford |
Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |