1977 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 30 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1977 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 735 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Maxi | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Maxi | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
