1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | Maestro | Niva |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |