1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1986 Nissan Sunny is newer by 8 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Maxi weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maxi | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
