2008 Lada Niva vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 640 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Lada | Steyr |
Model | Niva | Haflinger |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 642 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1510 mm |