1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1991 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 51 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 (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1991 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maxi | ZX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
