2007 Lada Niva vs. 1961 Saab 750
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Saab 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Saab 750 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Saab 750. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1961 Saab 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 432 kg more than 1961 Saab 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Saab 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Saab 750. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Saab 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lada Niva | 1961 Saab 750 | |
| Make | Lada | Saab |
| Model | Niva | 750 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
