1980 Austin Maxi vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 29 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, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 96 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Maxi | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
