1976 Austin Maxi vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 14 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, 1990 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Austin Maxi weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
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, 1990 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maxi | BX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
