1973 Austin Maxi vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 36 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 481 kg more than 1973 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | Fit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
