1973 Austin Maxi vs. 1990 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 17 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1973 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 750 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 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 1990 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Maxi | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
