1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1999 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1999 Nissan Stagea is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 450 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 1999 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi. 1999 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1999 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maxi | Stagea |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
