1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, both 1972 Austin Maxi and 1972 Chrysler New Yorker were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1045 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 1972 Chrysler New Yorker 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 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Maxi | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
