1973 Austin Maxi vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 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 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 966 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Maxi. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
