1973 Austin Maxi vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Austin Maxi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Austin Maxi.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Austin | Simca |
| Model | Maxi | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
