1976 Austin Maxi vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Austin Maxi.
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, 1989 Renault 19 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maxi | 19 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 115 L |
