1975 Austin Maxi vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (74 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin Maxi weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade.
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, 1980 Honda Ballade (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi. 1980 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1975 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1975 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2330 mm |
