1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1980 Austin Maxi is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maxi | Luce |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
