1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 26 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, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 301 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Maxi | Niva |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| 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 | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1285 kg |
| 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 |
