1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 15 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Maxi weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Maxi | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maxi | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
