1978 Austin Maxi vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 450 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 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi. 2005 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1978 Austin Maxi has manual transmission. 1978 Austin Maxi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
