1971 Austin Maxi vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1971 Austin Maxi and 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 7 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin Maxi weights approximately 200 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin Maxi | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maxi | Corolla |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |