1976 Austin Maxi vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, both 1976 Austin Maxi and 1976 Chrysler Valiant were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 440 kg more than 1976 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (362 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Maxi | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
