1970 Austin Maxi vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1970 Austin Maxi.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin Maxi | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | Maxi | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
