1994 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1969 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1994 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 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, 1994 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan 100 NX | 1969 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Nissan | Austin |
| Model | 100 NX | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
