1973 Austin Maxi vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Toyota Venture is newer by 26 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 360 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, 1999 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Venture |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
