1970 Austin Maxi vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 25 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 470 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.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin Maxi. 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin Maxi | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
