1995 Lada Niva vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Niva | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | Niva | 450 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
