1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1990 Nissan Pintara is newer by 18 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 180 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maxi | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
