2012 Ford F-150 vs. 1969 Austin Maxi
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 43 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1670 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.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-150 | 1969 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Ford | Austin |
| Model | F-150 | Maxi |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 45 L |
