1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 16 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, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 274 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Maxi | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maxi | Today |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |