1977 Austin Maxi vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1977 Austin Maxi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Austin Maxi.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Maxi | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maxi | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
