2001 Lada Niva vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 420 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | Niva | Minor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |
