1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1976 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1976 Austin Maxi is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Austin Maxi weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Austin Maxi (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1976 Austin Maxi | |
Make | Abarth | Austin |
Model | 850 | Maxi |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |