1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 18 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Maxi (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 72 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, 1980 Austin Maxi (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maxi | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
