1976 Austin Maxi vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 850 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 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi. 1982 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1976 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1976 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Maxi | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
