1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Maxi weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 1987 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | Civic |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
