1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 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, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 64 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Austin Maxi (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maxi | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
