1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 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, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 9 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maxi | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
