1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Maxi | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Maxi | Visa |
Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |