1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 1980 Austin Maxi and 1980 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Colt.
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.
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1980 Austin Maxi | 1980 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Maxi | Colt |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |