2006 Lada Niva vs. 1966 Morris 1800
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 85 kg more than 1966 Morris 1800. 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 1966 Morris 1800. 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, 1966 Morris 1800 (137 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1966 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | Niva | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
