1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 10 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi.
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, 1980 Austin Maxi (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maxi | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
