1974 Austin Maxi vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, both 1974 Austin Maxi and 1974 Peugeot 504 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Austin Maxi | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | Maxi | 504 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |