2009 Lada Niva vs. 1967 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Mini Moke 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 47 more horse power than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 631 kg more than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. 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 1967 Morris Mini Moke. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1967 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Lada | Morris |
| Model | Niva | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 29 L |
