1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 51 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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Maxi | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
