1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1990 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1990 Honda Shuttle 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 44 kg more than 1990 Honda Shuttle.
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 (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (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 Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Maxi | 1990 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maxi | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |