1977 Austin Maxi vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 11 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Austin Maxi weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Maxi | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maxi | 19 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
