1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1995 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1995 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 180 kg more than 1978 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1995 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 1995 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maxi | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
