1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1980 Austin Maxi (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Maxi | Niva |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
