1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 64 kg more than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1996 Morgan Plus 4 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 1996 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Maxi | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | Maxi | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |