Year

Model

1969 to 1979

1500

1970 to 1980

1750

1972 to 1980

1750HL

1979 to 1980

1750 HLS

1980 to 1981

1.7L

1980 to 1981

1.7HL

1980 to 1980

1.7HLS

Source: Austin Maxi 1969 to 1981 Haynes Owners Workshop Manual

ENGINE:
Transverse four cylinder, overhead valve with single overhead camshaft.
1500:capacity 1485cc, 68 b.h.p. @ 5500 rev/min.
1750:capacity 1748cc, 72 b.h.p. @ 4900 rev/min.
1750HL: capacity 1748cc, 91 b.h.p. @ 5250 rev/min.

FUEL SYSTEM:
S.U. Fuel Pump.
Fuel tank capacity 9 gallons.
1500 and 1750: Single HS6 carburetter.
1750HL: Twin S.U. type HS6 Carburettors.

CLUTCH:
Diaphragm spring 7.75 inches diameter.

GEARBOX:
Five speed, all synchromesh, remote gear lever.

FINAL DRIVE:
Front wheel drive,open shafts with constant velocity joints.

STEERING:
Rack and pinion.
Turning circle 33 feet 9 inches
1750 HL only:Alloy spoked steering wheel with simulated leather bound trim.

SUSPENSION:
Independent with hydrolastic displacers connected front to rear.

BRAKES:
Hydraulic, servo assisted, front disc/ rear drum brakes.

ELECTRICAL:
12 volt 40-Ah battery.
Alternator.
Multi-purpose steering column switch (controlling horn, headlamp flasher, Indicators and dipswitch).
Twin tone horn.
Fresh air heater/ demister with two speed blower.
Two speed windscreen wipers.
Reversing light.
Hazard warning lights.
Cigar lighter.
Heated rear windscreen window.
Combined igniton/ starter switch and steering column lock.
1750 HL: Electric windscreen washer.

WHEEL AND TYRES:
Pressed steel disc.
1500 and 1750: 155-13 radial ply tyres.
1750 HL: 165-13 radial ply tyres.

INSTRUMENTS:
Speedometer with distance recorder. Fuel gauge. Water temperature. Warning lamps to indicate low oil pressure, headlamp high beam, flashers working and no charge.

COACHWORK:
Four to five seater five door vehicle of all steel unitary construction. Full width parcel shelf at front and rear of vehicle. Latter can be removed if necessary. Walnut veneer fascia incorporating fresh air vents. Twin sun visors. Interior bonnet release. Fitted carpet. Arm rests on door sides. Fully reclining adjustable front seats. Rear bench style seat folds forwards or backwards to create greater luggage space or double bed. Knit-backed expanded vinyl seat coverings. Assisted lift-up rear opening door. Interior and exterior rear view mirror. Wheel trims. Automatic front seat belts.
1750HL only: Padded vinyl fascia panel. Vanity mirror on passenger sun visor. Companion box on each front door. Simulated wooden gear-lever knob. Brushed nylon seating. Front bumper under riders. Full length chrome moulding with coloured PVC insert along sides and rear.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS (1750 only):
Automatic transmission.

DIMENSIONS:

Overall height:55.28inches or 140.3cms.
Overall width:64.12inches or 162.9cms.
Overall length:158.33 inches or 402.2cms.
Kerbside weight (approx):
1500/1750-2204lbs or 1000kg.
1750 HL-2216lbs or 1005kg.
Ground clearance (laden): 5.5inches or 14.0cms.

Front seat headroom: 37.5inches or 95.3cms.
Rear seat headroom: 31.66inches or 80.4cms.
Front seat leg reach (max):45inches or 114.3cms.
Rear seat leg reach (max):46inches or or 116.8cms.
Luggage boot height: 16.5inches or 41.9cms.
Luggage boot width: 45.5inches or 115.6cms.
Luggage boot depth: 34inches or 86.4cms.

Source:BL Publication 2923/F (Brochure).