2004 Lada Niva vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 332 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | Niva | Indy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1542 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 |
