1971 Austin Maxi vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, both 1971 Austin Maxi and 1971 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Austin Maxi.
Because 1971 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin Maxi | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Maxi | Rekord |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |