1971 Austin Maxi vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1987 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1971 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Patrol 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, 1987 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin Maxi | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maxi | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2980 mm |
