1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1980 Austin Maxi is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
