1978 Austin Maxi vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 20 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 195 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Maxi | 146 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
