1973 Austin Maxi vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 25 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Maxi weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Austin | Marcos |
| Model | Maxi | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
