1975 Austin Maxi vs. 1975 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 1975 Austin Maxi and 1975 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Maverick (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Maverick weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Maverick 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 1975 Ford Maverick. 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, 1975 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 1975 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maxi | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
