2005 Honda Legend vs. 1969 Austin Maxi
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 36 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 670 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Legend | 1969 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Honda | Austin |
| Model | Legend | Maxi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
