1975 Austin Maxi vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1975 Austin Maxi is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin Maxi weights approximately 100 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1965 Triumph Vitesse 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 1965 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | Maxi | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
