1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1972 Renault 4
To start off, both 1972 Austin Maxi and 1972 Renault 4 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 62 more horse power than 1972 Renault 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Maxi weights approximately 346 kg more than 1972 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1972 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maxi | 4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
