1971 Austin Maxi vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 17 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 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin Maxi weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin Maxi | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maxi | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
