1998 Lada Niva vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley 2.6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 2.6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. 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 1957 Riley 2.6. 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, 1957 Riley 2.6 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Lada | Riley |
| Model | Niva | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
