1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1959 Austin A 95
To start off, 1980 Austin Maxi is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 341 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 95 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1959 Austin A 95 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Maxi | A 95 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
