1975 Austin Maxi vs. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 500 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 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | Maxi | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
