1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet 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 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 174 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Maxi | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maxi | Starlet |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |