1999 Lada Niva vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 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 45 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. 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 Morgan 4. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Niva | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lada | Morgan |
| Model | Niva | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
