1976 Austin Maxi vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 36 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Austin Maxi | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Maxi | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2970 mm |