1975 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 344 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 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1975 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1975 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Maxi | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
