1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1990 Nissan Santana is newer by 21 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Santana weights approximately 70 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.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maxi | Santana |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
