1975 Austin Maxi vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 29 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 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin Maxi weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Honda City.
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, 2004 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 2004 Honda City | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | City |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
