1981 Austin Maxi vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1981 Austin Maxi is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1981 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Maxi | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Maxi | 100 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
