1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1980 Dodge Omni
To start off, both 1980 Austin Maxi and 1980 Dodge Omni were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Omni (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Omni weights approximately 16 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.
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, 1980 Dodge Omni (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1980 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Maxi | Omni |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
