1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1980 Austin Maxi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 84 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
