1976 Austin Maxi vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Hyundai Pony (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Austin Maxi weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1985 Hyundai Pony (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Maxi | Pony |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
