1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (95 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi 400 weights approximately 150 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 Venturi 400 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 Venturi 400. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Austin | Venturi |
| Model | Maxi | 400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
