1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1980 Austin Maxi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 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 15 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Honda Accord (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maxi | Accord |
Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |