2009 Lada Niva vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 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) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 315 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Lada | Wartburg |
| Model | Niva | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
