1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, both 1980 Austin Maxi and 1980 Renault 14 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Renault 14. 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 Austin Maxi (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1980 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maxi | 14 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |
