1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 3 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 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Austin Maxi (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maxi | 323 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
