1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, both 1972 Austin Maxi and 1972 Fiat 850 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Maxi (95 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 1972 Fiat 850 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 Fiat 850. 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 Austin Maxi (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maxi | 850 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |
