1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 17 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 420 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.
Because 1995 Porsche 968 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Maxi | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Maxi | 968 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |