1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 7 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Maxi weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 1978 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1978 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | Maxi | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
