1977 Austin Maxi vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1980 Holden Kingswood is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 390 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.
Because 1980 Holden Kingswood 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 1980 Holden Kingswood. 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, 1980 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Maxi | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Maxi | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
