1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1981 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1981 Austin Maxi is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Austin Maxi (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1981 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 70 | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |
