1977 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1075 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 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Maxi | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Maxi | Defender |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |