1975 Austin Maxi vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, both 1975 Austin Maxi and 1975 Honda 145 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin Maxi weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Honda 145. 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, 1975 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Maxi | 1975 Honda 145 | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maxi | 145 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1432 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2260 mm |