1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1972 Seat 1430
To start off, both 1972 Austin Maxi and 1972 Seat 1430 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 25 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Maxi weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Seat 1430 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 Seat 1430. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Maxi | 1972 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | Maxi | 1430 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |