1977 Austin Maxi vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1977 Austin Maxi and 1977 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 165 kg more than 1977 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Skyline 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 Skyline | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maxi | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
