2009 Lada Niva vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Rover P4. 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, 1955 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Niva | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
