2006 Lada Niva vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Morris Oxford. 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 1965 Morris Oxford. 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Lada | Morris |
Model | Niva | Oxford |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |