2005 Lada Niva vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Rover P6. 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, 1963 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1963 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Niva | P6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
