1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1978 Chrysler Newport
To start off, both 1978 Austin Maxi and 1978 Chrysler Newport were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 830 kg more than 1978 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chrysler Newport 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 1978 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Maxi | 1978 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | Maxi | Newport |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3020 mm |