1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Delta (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 140 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, 1994 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Maxi | Delta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
