1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Maxi (95 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Maxi weights approximately 256 kg more than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 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, 1972 Austin Maxi (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Maxi | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1940 mm |
