1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1980 Austin Maxi is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 166 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Austin Maxi (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maxi | Luce |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
