2001 Lada Niva vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 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 43 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 250 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Niva | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Lada | Wartburg |
Model | Niva | 312 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |