1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1982 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1982 Nissan Leopard is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 121 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.
Because 1982 Nissan Leopard is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Nissan Leopard. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Nissan Leopard (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1982 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maxi | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
