1969 Austin Maxi vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 31 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 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2270 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 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1969 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1969 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maxi | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 7274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 3270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3490 mm |
