1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 14 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin Maxi weights approximately 185 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Austin Maxi (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maxi | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
