1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1981 Renault 18 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Austin Maxi.
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, 1981 Renault 18 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Maxi | 1981 Renault 18 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Maxi | 18 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |