1976 Austin Maxi vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Austin Maxi weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1976 Austin Maxi (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1976 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Maxi | Charade |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71.4 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 | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
