1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1982 Renault 18
To start off, 1982 Renault 18 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Renault 18. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 18 weights approximately 1 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 (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 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 1982 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1982 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maxi | 18 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
