2006 Lada Niva vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 MG MGB.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 MG MGB. 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, 1973 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 1973 MG MGB | |
| Make | Lada | MG |
| Model | Niva | MGB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2320 mm |
