1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 28 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 790 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 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
