1971 Austin Maxi vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 31 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 886 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 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin Maxi | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Maxi | Korando |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
