1969 Austin Maxi vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 33 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 585 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Austin | Xedos |
| Model | Maxi | 9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
