1969 Austin Maxi vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 40 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1001 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 2009 SsangYong Musso 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Maxi | Musso |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
