1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 8 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | Maxi | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
