1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 25 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 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Maxi | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
