1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 19 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (72 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1466 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.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | Maxi | Hunaudieres |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 615 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
