1970 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 438 kg more than 1970 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin Maxi | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
