1970 Austin Maxi vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 40 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1970 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 825 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 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin Maxi | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maxi | Antara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
