1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1997 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 17 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 91 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1997 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maxi | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1071 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
