1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, both 1969 Austin Maxi and 1969 Holden Monaro were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 315 kg more than 1969 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Monaro 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 1969 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin Maxi | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | Maxi | Monaro |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |