1975 Austin Maxi vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 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 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maxi | Panda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
