1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, both 1978 Austin Maxi and 1978 Ford Capri were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. 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 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Maxi | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Maxi | Capri |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |