1973 Austin Maxi vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1980 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Maxi weights approximately 25 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Maxi | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maxi | Carina |
Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |