2006 Lada Niva vs. 1950 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Roadster. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 122 kg more than 1950 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Triumph Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1950 Triumph Roadster (147 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm). This means 1950 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1950 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | Niva | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
