1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Maxi | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maxi | Carina |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |