1976 Austin Maxi vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 30 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 544 kg more than 1976 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | Accord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
