1973 Austin Maxi vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 21 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 260 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Maxi | 400 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
