1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 1972 Austin Maxi is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1972 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 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 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Maxi | A 135 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
