1977 Austin Maxi vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1977 Austin Maxi is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Austin Maxi (68 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 Austin Maxi.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1970 Land Rover Serie II (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1970 Land Rover Serie II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Maxi | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Maxi | Serie II |
Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |