2001 Lada Niva vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger

To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Steyr Haflinger 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 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 560 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Lada Niva 1974 Steyr Haflinger
Make Lada Steyr
Model Niva Haflinger
Year Released 2001 1974
Engine Size 1690 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 79 HP 27 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 46 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 650 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 2860 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 1510 mm


 

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