1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 336 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 1990 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | Maxi | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
