1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 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.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Maxi | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maxi | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |