1971 Austin Maxi vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1971 Austin Maxi and 1971 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin Maxi weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone. 1971 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1971 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1971 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin Maxi | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Maxi | Leone |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |