1974 Austin Maxi vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 315 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.
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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Maxi | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Maxi | 605 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
