1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, both 1980 Austin Maxi and 1980 Renault 18 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. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 18 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi.
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 (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Maxi | 1980 Renault 18 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Maxi | 18 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |