1978 Austin Maxi vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 395 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Maxi | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maxi | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
