1969 Austin Maxi vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 806 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 806 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 525 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, 2000 Peugeot 806 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Maxi | 806 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
