1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, both 1980 Austin Maxi and 1980 Subaru Coupe were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 66 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe. 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 (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Maxi | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Maxi | Coupe |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |