1978 Austin Maxi vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 724 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Maxi | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maxi | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |