1974 Austin Maxi vs. 1995 Plymouth Breeze

To start off, 1995 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 21 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 370 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, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Maxi.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Austin Maxi 1995 Plymouth Breeze
Make Austin Plymouth
Model Maxi Breeze
Year Released 1974 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1485 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 69 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 104 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.2 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 79 L


 

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