1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Maxi weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Maxi | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maxi | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |