2009 Lada Niva vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T 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 61 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 785 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. 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 1968 Steyr 650T. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Lada | Steyr |
| Model | Niva | 650T |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1850 mm |
