2009 Lada Niva vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 495 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1951 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | Niva | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 790 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 |
