1980 Lada Niva vs. 1973 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1980 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lada Niva | 1973 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Lada | Maserati |
Model | Niva | Indy |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |