1972 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 35 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1336 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 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi. 2007 Nissan Titan 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. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maxi | Titan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
