1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 20 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin Maxi weights approximately 155 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Austin Maxi (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1969 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Maxi | Charade |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
