1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Maxi | Niva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
