1975 Austin Maxi vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 27 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 605 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Austin | Xedos |
| Model | Maxi | 9 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
