1976 Austin Maxi vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 23 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Austin Maxi weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Toyota Echo (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Echo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
