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 |
