1972 Austin Maxi vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 37 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 (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (95 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 772 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 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | Maxi | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
