1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1980 Austin Maxi is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown 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 20 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 270 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. 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, 1960 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Maxi | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maxi | Crown |
Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |