1973 Austin Maxi vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Nissan Silvia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Maxi. 1983 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maxi | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
