1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (95 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 160 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.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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 Nissan Rasheen 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 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Maxi | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Maxi | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |