1981 Austin Maxi vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1981 Austin Maxi is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Riley Two Point Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 655 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 Riley Two Point Six 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 Riley Two Point Six. 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 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Maxi | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Austin | Riley |
| Model | Maxi | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| 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 | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
