1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 13 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 190 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Maxi | 200 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
