1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 164 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 1997 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, 1997 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Maxi | Impreza |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1597 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 Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |