1973 Austin Maxi vs. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante (97 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 810 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 1994 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Maxi | 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maxi | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |