1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 is newer by 20 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 21 weights approximately 95 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, 1992 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maxi | 21 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |
