1977 Austin Maxi vs. 1977 Citroen CX
To start off, both 1977 Austin Maxi and 1977 Citroen CX were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Citroen CX weights approximately 285 kg more than 1977 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1977 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Maxi | 1977 Citroen CX | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Maxi | CX |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |