1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 605 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 1973 Buick Skylark 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 1973 Buick Skylark. 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Maxi | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
