1977 Austin Maxi vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 510 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.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Maxi | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Maxi | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
