1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1980 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1980 Austin Maxi is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 346 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1980 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Spider | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
