1972 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 500 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Maxi | 407 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
