1977 Austin Maxi vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, both 1977 Austin Maxi and 1977 Nissan Laurel were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 220 kg more than 1977 Austin Maxi.
Because 1977 Nissan Laurel 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 1977 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (129 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Maxi | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Maxi | Laurel |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |