1970 Austin Maxi vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1986 Toyota Tercel is newer by 16 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, 1986 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin Maxi weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
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, 1986 Toyota Tercel (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin Maxi. 1986 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 1970 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1970 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin Maxi | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
