1970 Austin Maxi vs. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 30 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 400 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 2000 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin Maxi | 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Maxi | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
