1999 Lada Niva vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 475 kg more than 1961 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada Niva | 1961 MG Midget | |
Make | Lada | MG |
Model | Niva | Midget |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2032 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |