1972 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (95 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 785 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi. 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Maxi | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
