2005 Lada Niva vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 1955 Morris Minor | |
Make | Lada | Morris |
Model | Niva | Minor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |