1973 Austin Maxi vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 28 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1973 Austin Maxi.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maxi | C5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
