1981 Austin Maxi vs. 1995 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1995 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 15 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 1995 Italdesign Nazca 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 1995 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Maxi | 1995 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Austin | Italdesign |
| Model | Maxi | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
