1970 Austin Maxi vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 24 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1970 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 472 kg more than 1970 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin Maxi | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maxi | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3000 mm |
