1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 24 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Maxi weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | Today |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
