1981 Austin Maxi vs. 1959 Austin A 99
To start off, 1981 Austin Maxi is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 99 (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 545 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.
Because 1959 Austin A 99 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 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Maxi | 1959 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | Maxi | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
