1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1980 Austin Maxi is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 348 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Austin Maxi (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maxi | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
