2006 Lada Niva vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor 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 34 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 460 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. 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 1967 Morris Minor. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1967 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | Niva | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 825 kg |
| 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 | 52 L |
