1975 Austin Maxi vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 37 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1052 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 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maxi | Navara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
