1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1994 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 14 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 195 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 1994 De Tomaso Guara 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 1994 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1994 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
| Model | Maxi | Guara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
