1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. 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 32 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Maxi weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Austin Maxi (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
