1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 1980 Austin Maxi is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 126 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maxi | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
