2009 Lada Niva vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 460 kg more than 1961 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 1961 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | Niva | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 825 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
